Aarna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aarna is of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'ocean' or 'wave'. It evolved from the historical form 'Arna'. The name represents depth and calmness, although it has no biblical relevance. It has seen a rise in popularity in contemporary times, particularly in India, and is viewed positively as a modern name.
The name Aarna is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aarna has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aarna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4251st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1291st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aarna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aarna"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːrnə/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Aarna is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Arna', which means 'ocean' or 'wave'. It symbolizes depth and vastness.
Meaning
ocean, wave
Language Evolution
Arna, Aarna
Historical Usage
The name Aarna has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in India and among those influenced by Indian culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Arna, Aarnika
Modern Popularity & Image
Aarna is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with calmness and strength.
Famous People
Aarna Sharma, an emerging Indian actress, Aarna Shyam, a noted poet
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aarna"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aarna"
"Aarna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4251st of 35406 | 515 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1291st of 30306 | 2,196 |
Regional Popularity of "Aarna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Aarna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
44.62% 2304th/5164 |
46.78% 3421st/7313 |
40.94% 3055th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
35.97% 1433rd/3984 |
21.86% 981st/4487 |
20.11% 1372nd/6822 |
17.10% 1073rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aarna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aarna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.